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Armed Man Arrested at Trump-Owned California Golf Course Ahead of President’s Visit

An armed individual was taken into custody at a Trump golf course in California just days before the president’s scheduled visit. Separately, former judge Jeanine Pirro faces scrutiny after dropping a felony case involving vandalism at the Reflecting Pool.

Aug 5, 2026, 1:33 PM NBC Politics

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An armed man was arrested at a Trump-owned golf course in California just days before President Trump was set to visit the location. Authorities charged the individual, though further details about the incident have not been disclosed.

In related news, President Trump is reportedly weighing in on the future of Jeanine Pirro’s position with the Justice Department. Pirro recently dropped a felony case against a former Olympian who was charged with vandalizing the Reflecting Pool, leading to questions about her role.

Additionally, Abdul El-Sayed won a high-stakes Democratic primary in Michigan, marking a significant political development.

NBC’s Gabe Gutierrez reported these events for TODAY.

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